Elapse

B2 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of elapse

proceed
flow
pass

Antonyms of elapse

start
begin
commence

Collocations of elapse

time
Frequency: 80 %

As time elapses, memories fade.

quickly
Frequency: 60 %

The weekend seemed to elapse quickly.

slowly
Frequency: 50 %

Each minute seemed to elapse slowly as they waited for news.

day
Frequency: 45 %

Several days had elapsed since they last spoke.

hour
Frequency: 40 %

An hour had already elapsed before they realized they were lost.

Idiomatic Expressions for elapse

  • Phrase: moments elapse
    Meaning: refers to the passing of brief periods of time
    Usage: As the moments elapse, we become more aware of our surroundings.